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Davide Ancelotti Joins Brazil: Carlo's Right-Hand Man in the Quest for the Hexa

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has formalized one of the most anticipated and strategic additions to its coaching staff

By Diego Mendoza

Ancelotti. PHOTO: Comerce
Ancelotti. PHOTO: Comerce

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has formalized one of the most anticipated and strategic additions to its coaching staff: Davide Ancelotti, son and right-hand man to Carlo Ancelotti, is joining the Canarinha. This confirmation marks a decisive step in Brazil's preparation, consolidating the team that will seek the coveted sixth World Cup title under the direction of the renowned Italian strategist.

Davide's arrival is not a random occurrence but the fruit of a solid trajectory and unwavering trust within the Ancelotti sphere. Since 2015, Davide has been his father's principal assistant at elite European clubs such as Napoli, Everton, Bayern Munich, and most recently, Real Madrid. His day-to-day experience with some of the world's most demanding squads and his deep understanding of Carlo's methodologies make him a fundamental pillar of the coaching staff. Despite receiving offers to begin his head coaching career at teams like Rangers in Scotland or Deportivo de La Coruña in Spain, Davide has prioritized this family and professional challenge in Brazil.

The CBF, in its statement, highlighted Davide Ancelotti's technical and academic profile. Holding a FIFA PRO license and with a strong background in sports science, his inclusion is seen as a step towards "innovation and technical improvement." The Confederation expects that his international experience and modern training methods, updated with the latest trends in European football, will be crucial for the development of Brazilian players and the construction of an even more competitive team for upcoming international challenges.

This addition is key to Carlo Ancelotti's project at the helm of the Brazilian national team. Davide not only contributes tactical knowledge and physical preparation but also plays a vital role as a generational bridge and communicator, especially with younger players. His presence ensures continuity and a deep understanding of his father's ideas, which will be essential for implementing the desired playing philosophy and maximizing the performance of Brazil's talented squad in their objective of achieving the "hexa" (sixth World Cup title).

In short, Davide Ancelotti's union with the Brazilian National Team is a strategic gamble that combines family loyalty with professional excellence. It represents a joint effort to provide Brazil with the best possible tools on their path to glory, merging the Ancelotti family's European experience with the immense inherent talent of Brazilian football.


Diego Mendoza

Diego Mendoza

Licenciado en Comunicación Social con mención en periodismo por la Universidad Central del Ecuador. Apasionado al fútbol ecuatoriano y parte de El Futbolero desde 2020. No tengo problema en decir la verdad, no vivo de los equipos ni de los jugadores. Trato de representar el sentir del hincha en mis notas.

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